• Almost 4000 cases of suspected child abuse in Queensland are stuck in processing backlogs• 85% of all investigations statewide into child abuse needing a 10-day start were missed• Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk needs to show leadership sack her incompetent Minister

Almost 4000 cases of suspected child abuse in Queensland are stuck in processing backlogs, according to the latest child safety data.

Shadow Child Safety Minister Ros Bates said 85% of all statewide investigations into child abuse were not starting within the recommended 10-days timeframe.

“In Queensland there were 3889 cases left outstanding in October where children in potentially dangerous situations were not seen,” Ms Bates said.

“These cases then carry over into the next month creating a waiting list for future cases that child safety staff just can’t keep up with.

“Every number is a child, a human being that is relying on a system that can’t keep up.

“Queenslanders have the right to feel let down by the failure of the Palaszczuk Government to protect vulnerable, abused children.”